July 1, 2025 @ 10:11 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) reported the key issues facing the federal banking system in its Semiannual Risk Perspective for Spring 2025. The OCC reported that the strength of “the federal banking system remains sound.” Consumer sentiment, geopolitical risk, sustained higher interest… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 9:29 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets platform Binance continues to make significant moves in advancing blockchain technology, enhancing security, and expanding the practical use of crypto-assets. Recent developments highlight Binance’s multifaceted approach to fostering innovation within the crypto ecosystem. From launching a secure AI platform to assisting law enforcement… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 8:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) has rolled out a series of updates to its futures trading offerings, culminating in the planned launch of US Perpetual-Style Futures on July 21, 2025. These initiatives, driven by Coinbase Derivatives, LLC, a Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)-regulated exchange, aim to bridge the… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 7:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and shifting economic landscapes, Citigroup’s recent reports offer a roadmap for how financial institutions, businesses, and governments can adapt to an increasingly interconnected and digital global economy. These reports provide actionable insights into the transformative forces reshaping… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 6:48 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The wealth management landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, driven by an  intergenerational wealth transfer and the increasing demand for sophisticated, technology-driven solutions. Addepar, a global enabler of wealth management technology, is addressing these challenges with significant updates to its platform. These updates focus on… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 3:50 am By Michael Wong  |  

Southeast Asia’s technology ecosystem raised $2 billion in total funding in the first half of 2025, reflecting both a short-term slowdown and signs of long-term recovery, according to data from Tracxn. The figure marks a 24% decline from the $2.6 billion raised in the second… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 2:46 am By Michael Wong  |  

Malaysia’s Securities Commission (SC) has proposed a set of regulatory enhancements aimed at strengthening the country’s digital asset exchange (DAX) framework, seeking to accelerate token listings and bolster investor protection measures. According to a consultation paper published on Monday, the proposed changes include allowing certain… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 2:24 am By Omar Faridi  |  

In a fast-evolving global economic landscape, Sweden’s central bank, Sveriges Riksbank, has taken steps to adapt its strategies to ensure economic stability and effective monetary policy. Recent developments highlight the Riksbank’s proactive approach: a speech by First Deputy Governor Anna Breman on innovative monetary policy… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 2:14 am By JD Alois  |  

The Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas) has established an “Investment Highway” which seeks to make the country one of the most investor-friendly nations in the region. The policy is being pursued by the Ministry of Economy and Innovation (EIMIN). As of today, all inbound investments into the… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 1:33 am By Omar Faridi  |  

LendInvest, the UK’s platform for property finance, has recently announced key leadership appointments to accelerate its strategic objectives and solidify its position as a preeminent alternative finance provider. The company, known for its technology-driven lending platform, has appointed John Eastgate as its first Chief Commercial… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 1:20 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Southeast Asia’s Maybank has recently shared significant updates focused on advancing sustainability and social impact through innovative financial solutions and strategic partnerships. Recently, Maybank announced initiatives that underscore its commitment to fostering a sustainable and inclusive future across the ASEAN region. These efforts include providing… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 12:46 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The APAC private capital outlook, released by PitchBook, offers a comprehensive analysis of the private capital landscape across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, updating forecasts made earlier in the year. Spanning venture capital (VC), private equity (PE), and other asset classes, the report highlights a region… Read More

July 1, 2025 @ 12:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

MARA (NASDAQ: MARA), a digital energy and infrastructure company, and TAE Power Solutions, a company commercializing power management systems derived from fusion energy research, announced a  collaboration to develop “a high-frequency, real-time responsive load management system that can be modularly deployed up to GW scales,… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 11:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tuum, the core banking platform, has announced a strategic partnership with maib in Romania, where Moldova’s largest bank looks at establishing its digital banking presence with asset-light retail-only offering. Tuum’s SaaS core banking platform will serve “as the foundation for maib’s greenfield operations in Romania.”… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 8:34 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Wealthtech is reshaping Singapore’s wealth management sector as both startups and incumbent financial institutions ramp up digital transformation to meet rising investor demand for accessible, affordable, and personalized investment services, according to a new report by Quinlan and Associates and Allfunds Asia. The report shows… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 6:31 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Roughly one in four South Koreans aged 20 to 50 currently owns virtual assets, with male white-collar workers in their 30s and 40s dominating the investor base, according to a new report released Sunday by the Hana Institute of Finance. The study, titled 2050 Generation’s… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 5:39 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Gemini customers in the European Union can now buy tokenized Strategy ( formerly Microstragy – MSTR) on Gemini 1 and take it anywhere onchain. This means that anyone in the world with a smartphone and an internet connection can “gain access to tokenized U.S. equities… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 3:18 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Galaxy Digital Inc. (NASDAQ: GLXY), a firm focused on digital assets and blockchain technology, has announced significant updates, reinforcing its position as a key player in the web3 and crypto ecosystem. From securing a $175 million venture fund to expanding its operational scope through partnerships… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 2:54 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) released its Annual Economic Report, highlighting a critical juncture for the global economy. The report underscores rising uncertainties, declining trust in institutions, and structural challenges that threaten monetary and financial stability. Against a backdrop of escalating trade disputes, persistent… Read More

June 30, 2025 @ 2:31 pm By Tony Zerucha  |  

Episode Six, a provider of enterprise-grade card issuing and ledger infrastructure, has partnered with xMoney to power a unified on-and off-ramp ecosystem, connecting fiat and crypto rails to unlock real-time access to digital and traditional financial networks. The collaboration underpins xMoney’s international growth strategy and… Read More